College & Early Career Program FAQs

Enrolling in a Girls With Impact program is a simple process designed to ensure students have everything they need before classes begin. Below are the steps students will go through:

1. Reserve a Place – Students fill out a short form and complete the checkout process using a scholarship code if applicable. This step secures their spot in the program.

2. Introduction – Two weeks before the session starts, students receive detailed class information, including schedules and access instructions.

3. Attend Classes Online – Students participate in live, interactive online sessions led by expert instructors. These classes provide engaging discussions, hands-on activities, and real-world applications.

4. Updates – Throughout the program, students receive regular updates on course progress, deadlines, and additional opportunities for engagement.

5. Completion – At the end of the program, all students receive their digital micro-credentials via email. Innovation Academy students and their guests are invited to attend a live, virtual graduation event to celebrate their accomplishments.

This streamlined process ensures every student is fully prepared to make the most of their experience with GWI.

The Innovation Academy is a 10-week program where participants develop an entrepreneurial mindset, build leadership skills, and launch a venture or project—whether it’s a business idea, nonprofit initiative, or personal career plan.

Through live, small-group classes, expert instructors guide students step-by-step in developing a business plan, problem-solving, and strengthening their confidence as leaders.

Participants graduate with a tangible project, a micro-credential to showcase on LinkedIn and resumes, and a competitive edge for college, internships, and future careers.

The Career Accelerator is a four-week program designed for college students and early career professionals who want to gain the skills and confidence needed to thrive in the workplace.

The program covers key areas such as strategic communication, networking, personal branding, and professional execution.

Participants engage in live, interactive sessions that provide practical strategies for navigating workplace challenges, building a strong professional reputation, and positioning themselves for career success.

Graduates receive a digital credential to highlight their skills on resumes and LinkedIn.

The Innovation Academy runs for 10 weeks and includes 10 one-hour live online classes, plus nine additional activities designed to help participants develop their venture and leadership skills. Classes are scheduled during evenings or weekends to accommodate students’ and young professionals’ busy schedules. Participants also have access to all course materials, recordings, and one-on-one instructor support throughout the program.

The Career Accelerator is a shorter, four-week program consisting of four live online sessions. Each session is designed to provide practical strategies for navigating early career challenges, developing a strong professional brand, and building a network. Participants receive access to course materials, recordings, and a digital credential upon completion.

A computer with internet access, smart device / Ipad to join the weekly live classes via video conference

A computer with internet access to be able to complete the weekly assignments

Webcam on the computer is preferable but not absolutely necessary

A quiet place to attend class each week

30 girls max. This allows us to have an engaging class with a powerful back-and-forth exchange

They are:

Professionals experienced in entrepreneurship and business

Hold an MBA and/or other related degrees

Excited and committed to help young women succeed

Yes, standards are:

Respect for others – listen without interruption and respond to communications within a 24-hour time period

Attendance – Attend class on time and at the specified times

No distractions — No eating or texting during class

Girls With Impact has two Mentorship programs available for all graduates after they complete the Academy Program. Student may opt into either of these programs at any time. See here for additional details on our mentorship programs.

Students must either attend, or watch the recordings, for ALL classes. The program is structured so that each class builds on the next and missing a class would result in key components of the program being missed.

We provide students with bite-sized pre-recorded modules of each session within their Google Classroom course shell. If they have missed a class or expect to miss a class they can keep up with session by watching these modules.

If a student is not going to be present for a live class, please inform your coach in advance.

We say 2 hours a week for a lifetime of success.

Classes are 50-60 minutes each.

Weekly exercises or “BringBacks” to move your project forward take about 1 hour.

The entire program is 10 weeks. Live classes are weekly for 9 weeks.

Note – summer program is 5 weeks total (2 classes/week for 5 weeks, 4 hours/week commitment).

Often, yes. Talk to your guidance counselor or other school representative first. Tell them that the curriculum offers 20 hours of instruction

Simply email us at ops@girlswithimpact.com for any documentation needed